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ANALYSIS: Nigeria's 2023 election, from the ballot box to the courtroom
The dust has not settled on the country's general election, as tribunals set up to resolve disputes over the vote have begun their work.

A cloudy outlook? What we are learning about election disinformation in Africa and what you can do about it
As nearly a dozen countries prepare to hold presidential elections, the spread of disinformation is inflaming Africa's political landscape.

#NigeriaDecides2023: Eight types of disinformation to watch out for on election day and how to debunk them
On 25 February 2023 Nigerians will elect a new president. We look at what to expect, as disinformation has been a part of the campaigns.
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These are selected fact-checks by members of the Africa Facts network of fact-checkers and other reputable organisations who are fighting the spread of false information across the continent.
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